PVC laminates to protect your print
Lamination covers the print with a thin clear PVC film. Graphics on shop windows, stands, vehicles and floors then last longer in sunlight and stand up to handling and cleaning.
Laminating printed vinyl
Laminate is a clear self-adhesive PVC film applied cold over the finished print. It protects the ink from UV light, mechanical damage, scratches and abrasion, so the graphic stays clean and the colours do not fade quickly.
The laminate is matched to the vinyl underneath: monomeric over monomeric vinyl, polymeric over polymeric, cast over cast. That way both layers stretch and age together and do not separate.
Laminate also lets you change the finish. Gloss makes colours richer, while matt reduces glare, for example on shop windows or walls facing a window.
When to laminate
Shop windows and stands
Graphics that are cleaned often or sit in direct sunlight.
Vehicles
Conformable cast laminate for vehicles and uneven surfaces.
Floor graphics
Special floor laminate with an embossed anti-slip, wear-resistant surface.
Types of PVC laminate
These are the specifications of the media we work with. The right laminate for your graphic is confirmed in the quote.
| Monomeric | Polymeric | Cast | Floor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For | Monomeric vinyl | Polymeric vinyl | Cast vinyl, vehicles | Floor graphics |
| Use | Indoor and outdoor | Indoor and outdoor | Indoor and outdoor | Indoor and outdoor |
| Finish | Gloss, matt | Gloss, matt | Gloss, matt | Embossed anti-slip or smooth |
| Thickness | 55, 70, 80, 95 µm | 50, 90 µm | 30, 40, 50, 55, 58 µm | 120, 170, 200 µm |
| Adhesive | Permanent clear | Permanent clear | Permanent clear | Permanent clear, high tack |
| Media durability | 1-2 years | 4-5 years | 2-10 years | 3 months to 3 years |
| Temperature resistance | -40°C to +80°C | -50°C to +90°C | -50°C to +110°C | -45°C to +82°C |
| Roll width | 950-1555 mm | 950-1555 mm | 1220-1555 mm | 1050-1400 mm |
The cast range includes a premium laminate with high resistance to UV light and petroleum products. Floor laminates are abrasion resistant.
Lamination prices
The price is for laminating 1 m² and is added to the price of printing on vinyl. These are base prices; the exact price for your job comes in the quote.
| Laminate | Price/m² |
|---|---|
| Monomeric laminate | €7 |
| Polymeric laminate | €11.50 |
| Cast laminate | €17 |
| Floor laminate | €11.50 |
Prices in EUR, excluding VAT. The minimum order is 1 m². Express orders: +25%, minimum €11.50.
Laminated graphics
Glass facades
Laminate protects the graphics from sunlight and cleaning.
Floor advertising
Floor laminate with an embossed anti-slip surface.
Lamination FAQ
Is lamination always necessary?
Not always. Short-term indoor graphics often do not need it. For outdoor graphics, vehicles, floors or places that get touched a lot, we recommend it because it extends the life of the print.
Matt or gloss?
Gloss makes colours more vivid. Matt does not reflect light, so text is easier to read under strong lighting or against a window.
Can you laminate a print that was not made by you?
Ask us. We need to know the material and the ink to choose a compatible laminate.
How long does it take and how do I receive the order?
Laminated prints are made within the standard lead time of up to 3 working days, with a minimum order of 1 m². We ship with Speedy or Econt, or you collect from the studio, see delivery.
Got a print project?
Send us the sizes, material and your files. We reply with a quote and a production time.